Pictureka
$24.95
Pictureka at a Glance
| Game Type Memory Abstract Puzzle Modular Board | Play Time 30 mins | Skill/Complexity (1.5 - 5) Light |
| Age 6+ | Publisher(s) Hasbro | Published 2006 |
| Categories Family / Children Party | Players 2 - 7 | Rules Manual Official Rules PDF |
| Our Rating 7/10 | Cost $24.95 approx |
About – Description
Pictureka is an abstract, memory game that is great for a wide range of people and players.
The game was created in 2006 by Arne Lauwers and is designed for players aged six and over.
A fast-paced game that can be completed in 30 minutes, it certainly keeps players intrigued and interested throughout. Suitable for up to seven players, it is a great game that delivers an enjoyable gaming experience.
Who’s it best suited for?
This is a game that is ideal for children as its simplistic design and idea make it easy for them to learn. Pictureka brings players together where they have to use their memory and immerse themselves in this hide and seek type of game.
Skill – Complexity
The idea behind this game is simple and that means that there is not a lot of skill required to play it. Players will have to call on their memory in order to succeed in the game but it is a simple roll the dice and pick a card kind of game, making it extremely easy to play.
Set Up – Playing Rules & Instructions
The game takes very little time to set up. Nine tiles have to be laid down in a 3 x 3 layout and the three decks of colored cards have to be shuffled and put in place.
When players roll the die, they will roll one of three colors – Blue, Red and Green. If a blue is rolled, a card is picked from the blue pile and that card will have an image on it. Players then have to search on the board to find that image while trying to stay within the clock. The first player to find the image yells Pictureka and gets to keep the card.
If a red is rolled, the players have to bet who will find the most objects. The player who makes the highest bet will be the one to flip over the top red card, they then have to find the objects within a time. If they find them all they get to keep the card.
When a green is rolled, a green card is picked and a goal is read out. Now the numbered die has to be rolled in order to determine the number of objects that have to be found. This again has to be done before the time runs out. If all objects are found, the player gets to keep the card.
The winner is the first player to collect six cards.
Versions – Editions
Many different versions have been released in a number of countries and a special Easter Edition was released in 2008.
Likes & Dislikes
Players think that this is a great game for people of all ages and the quick excitement that ensues once you begin playing makes it a game that is easy to play and enjoy.
It’s best enjoyed when played in a big group.
Adults and older children found that the game can become quite repetitive and over time, the items can be easily recognized on the boards, while some felt the images were too small.
Final Thoughts
A very enjoyable and versatile game that is suitable for many people. The quick playing time makes it a game that can be used to fill up some time.
The board game Pictureka may be a great way to get children into playing board games and that means that they can benefit more than other players.
